The Renga Ensemble was convened by James Falzone for a series of rehearsals, concerts and a recording in April, 2013 in Chicago. The conception of the project is rooted in persona: how do diverse musical voices converge and find common ground, especially in a setting that connects composed and improvised elements? The intention in assembling such diverse players, most of whom had never played together (or even met for that matter) was to allow space for each voice to be heard, yet be challenged and shaped by the other strong voices. The group takes its name from a centuries-old form of collaborative Japanese poetry, where two or three poets blend their words into a single meditative work.

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03.04.2014

Wonderful article from jazz critic Howard Reich about The Renga Ensemble's innaugural concerts in April 2013